What is another word for megaspore?

Pronunciation: [mˈɛɡəspˌɔː] (IPA)

Megaspores are reproductive structures produced by certain plants such as ferns and gymnosperms. There are several synonyms for the word "megaspore" which are used in different contexts. Some alternate synonyms include "macrospore", "mega-gametophyte", and "large spore". However, the term "megasporangium" can also be used to describe the structure that produces megaspores. These structures are essential for plant reproduction and the development of seeds. Despite their importance, megaspores are relatively difficult to study due to their small size and rarity. Overall, these synonyms help to increase our understanding of the various structures and processes involved in plant reproduction.

Synonyms for Megaspore:

What are the hypernyms for Megaspore?

A hypernym is a word with a broad meaning that encompasses more specific words called hyponyms.

What are the hyponyms for Megaspore?

Hyponyms are more specific words categorized under a broader term, known as a hypernym.
  • hyponyms for megaspore (as nouns)

Usage examples for Megaspore

One way of solving the problem was for pollination to take place while the megaspore was still on the parent plant, and this is just what the formation of an ovule or seed was likely to secure.
"Darwin and Modern Science"
A.C. Seward and Others
The behaviour of the chromosomes in meiosis or reduction division both in the pollen mother-cells and in the megaspore mother-cells which give rise to the so-called embryo-sac are fully described by Gates.
"Hormones and Heredity"
J. T. Cunningham

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